Leica Geosystems 837031 User manual

Leica DISTOTM D2

The original laser distance meter

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Overview 2

Technical data 3

Instrument Set-up 5

Operations 14

Message Codes 26

Care 27

Warranty 28

Safety instructions 29

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Overview

Overview

The Leica DISTO™ is a laser distance meter oper­ating with a class2 laser. See chapter Technical
data for scope of use.

1Display

2ON/ Measure

6Clear/ OFF

7Memory/ Timer

8Bluetooth® Smart

9Subtract

3Add

4Functions

5Measuring r eference

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Technical data

Tech nicalda ta

General

Accuracywith favourable conditions * 1.5 mm / 1/16" ***

Accuracywith unfavourable conditions ** 3 mm / 1/8" ***

Range with favourable conditions* 0.05 - 100m / 0.16 - 330ft ***

Range with unfavourable conditions** 0.05 - 60m / 0.16 - 200ft ***

Smallest unit displayed 0.1 mm / 1/32 in

X-Range Power Technology yes

Laser class 2

Laser type 635 nm, <1 mW

ø laser point | at distances 6 /30 /60 mm | 10/ 50/ 100 m

Protection class IP54 (dust- and splash water protected)

Auto. laser switch off after 90 s

Auto. power switch off after 180 s

Bluetooth® Smart Bluetooth® v4.0

Range of Bluetooth® Smart <10m

Battery durability(2 x AAA) up to 10000 measurements

Dimension (H x D x W) 116 x 44 x 26 mm | 4.57 x 1.73 x 1.02 in

Weight (with batteries) 100 g/ 3.53 oz

Temperature range Storage | Operation -25 to 70°C/ -13 to 158°F | -10 to 50°C/ 14 to 122°F

* favourable conditions are: white anddiffuse reflecting target (white painted w all), l ow background illuminationand moderate temperatures.

** unfavourable conditions are: targets with l ower or higher reflectivity or highbackground il lumination or temperatures at the upper or lower end of the specifiedtemperature range.

*** Tolerances apply from 0.05 m to 5 m with a confidence level of 95%.

With favourable conditions thetolerancem ay deteriorate by 0.10 m m/m for distances above 5 m.

With unfavourable conditions thetolerance may deteriorate by 0.15m m/m for distances above 5 m.

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Technical data

Func tions

Distance measuring yes

Min/Max measuring yes

Permanent measuring yes

Stake out yes

Addition/Subtraction yes

Area yes

Volume yes

Painter function (area with partial measurem.) yes

Pythagoras 2-point, 3-point

Memory 10 results

Beep yes

Illuminated display yes

Automatic multifunctionalendpiece yes

Bluetooth® Smart yes

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Instrument Set-up

InstrumentSet-up

Introduction

The safety instructions (see Safety
Instructions) and the user manual
should be read through carefully
before the product is used for the first
time.

The person responsible for the
product must ensure that all users
understand these directions and
adhere to them.

The symbols used have the following
meanings:

WARNING

Indicatesa potentiallyhazardous situ­ation or an unintended use which,if
not avoided, will resultin death or ser­ious injury.

CAUTION

Indicatesa potentiallyhazardous situ­ation or an unintended use which,if
not avoided, may result in minor injury
and/or appr eciablematerial, financial
and environmental damage.

Important par agraphs which
must be adhered to in practice
as they enable the product to be
used in a technically correct and
efficient manner.

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Instrument Set-up

Insert batteries

To ensure a reliable use, we recom­mend using high qualityAlkaline bat­teries. Change batterieswhen
battery symbol is flashing.

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Instrument Set-up

Switching ON/OFF

Device is turned OFF.

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Instrument Set-up

Clear

Undo last action. Leave actualfunction, go to default

operation mode.

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Instrument Set-up

Message Codes

If the message "i" appears with
a number, observe the instruc­tions in Message Codes section.
Example:

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Instrument Set-up

Adjusting measuring reference

Distance is measured from the front
of the device.

Press button 2 sec and ref­erence from front is set per­manently.

Distance is measured from the rear of
the device (standard setting).

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Instrument Set-up

Multifunctional endpiece

The orientation of the endpiece
isautomatically detected and
the zero point is adjusted accord­ingly.

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Instrument Set-up

Unit setting

Press both keys simultaneousley.

Switch between the following units:

0.000 m

0.00 ft

0.0000 m
0'00" 1/32

0.000 in
0 in 1/32

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Instrument Set-up

Beep

Press both keys simultaneousley.

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Operations

Operations

Measuring single distance

surfaces the measuring time
increases.

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Aim active laser at target.

Target surfaces: Measuring
errors can occur when meas­uring to colourlessliquids, glass,
styrofoam or permeable sur­faces or when aiming at high
glosssurfaces. Against dark

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Operations

Permanent / Minimum-Maximum measuring

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Used to measure room diagonals
(maximum values) or horizontal dis­tance (minimum values). The min­imum and maximum distance
measured is displayed (min, max.).
The last value measured is displayed
in the main line.

Stops permanent / minimum-max­imum measuring.

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Add / Subtract

The resultis shown in the main
lineand the measured value
above. T his processcan be
repeated as required. The
same pr ocess can be used for
adding or subtracting areas or
volumes.In this case press
DIST to show the result.

The next measurement is added to
the previous one, respectively sub­tracted from the pr evious one.

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Operations

Area

Aim laser at first tar get point. Aim laser at second target point.

finally height for second length
to get the wall area.

The resultis shown in the main
lineand the measured value
above. Painter function: Press +
or - after starting the first meas­urement. Measure and add or
subtract wall lengths. Measure

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Circumference is displayed.

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Volume

Aim laser at first tar get point. Aim laser at second target point.

Aim laser at third target point. Circumference and wall area are dis-

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Operations

Memory (last 10 results)

Last 10 values are displayed. Navigates through last 10 values.

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Operations

Delete Memory

Press both keys simultaneousley.
Memory is completely deleted.

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Operations

Timer (automatic release)

the laser activated, the remain­ing seconds untilthe result ist dis­played in a countdown. The
delayed release is recom­mended for precise aiming e.g.
at long distances. It avoids shak­ing of the device when pressing
the measurement key.

Adjust delay of automaticrelease
(max. 60 sec, standard setting = 5
sec.).

Once the key is r eleased with

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Operations

Pythagoras (2-point)

Aim laser at upper point. Aim laser rectangular at lower point.

The resultis shown in the main
lineand the measured distance
above. Pressing the measuring
key for 2 sec in the function activ­ates automatically Minimum or
Maximum measurement.

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Operations

Pythagoras (3-point)

Aim laser at upper point. Aim laser at rectangular point.

Maximum measurement.

Aim laser at lower point.

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The resultis shown in the main
lineand the measured distance
above. Pressing the measuring
key for 2 sec in the function activ­ates automatically Minimum or

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Operations

Stake out

Move device slowlyalong the stake
out line. The distance to the next
stake out point is displayed.

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Adjust value. Approve value and start meas-

urement.

instrument starts to beep. T he
function can be stopped by
pressing the CLEAR/OFF but­ton.

0.240m is missing up to next 0.625m
distance.

When approaching a stake out
point to less then 0.1 m the

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Operations

Bluetooth® Smart

Deactivate/Activate Bluetooth® Value from mainline is transferred

DISTO™ sketch.Use App for
Bluetooth® data transfer.

Bluetooth® Smart is always

are not obliged to provide cor­rections nor to develop
upgrades. A wide range of com­mercial software can be found
on our homepage. Apps for
Android® or iOS can be found in
special internet shops. For more
details, see our homepage.

active when the device is
switched on. Connect the device
with your smart-phone, tablet,
laptop.. Measurement values
willbe transferred automatically
right after a measurement. To
transfer a result from the main
line, press the Bluetooth® key.
Bluetooth® switchesoff as soon
as the laser distance meter is
switched off. The efficient and
innovative Bluetooth® Smart
module ( with the new
Bluetooth® standard V4.0)

works together with all
Bluetooth® Smart Ready
devices. Allother Bluetooth®
devices do not support the
energy saving Bluetooth®
Smart Module, which is integ­rated in the device.

We provide no warranty for free
DISTO™ software and offer no
support for it. We accept no liab­ility whatsoever arising from the
use of the free software and we

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Message Codes

Messa geCo des

No. Cause Correction

204 Calculation error Perform measurement again.

220 Hardware error Contact your dealer

240 Data transfer error Connect deviceand repeat procedure

252 Temperature too high Let device cool down.

253 Temperature too low Warm device up.

255 Received signal too weak, measuring time too long Change target surface ( e.g. white paper).

256 Received signal too high Change target surface ( e.g. white paper) .

257 Too much background light Shadow target area.

* If other messagecodes are displayedfrequently even the instrument has been swi tched off and on, please contact your dealer.

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Care

Care

l Clean the device with a damp, soft cloth.

l Never immerse the device in water.

l Never use aggressive cleaning agents or

solvents.

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Safety instructions

Safetyinstructions

The person responsible for the instrument
must ensure that allusers understand these
directionsand adhere to them.

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Safety instructions

Symbols used

The symbols used have the following meanings:

WARNING

Indicatesa potentiallyhazardous situation or an
unintended use which, if not avoided, willresult in
death or serious injury.

CAUTION

Indicatesa potentiallyhazardous situation or an
unintended use which, if not avoided, may result in
minor injury and/or appreciable material, financial
and environmental damage.

Important par agraphs which must be
adhered to in practice as they enable the
product to be used in a technically correct
and efficient manner .

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Safety instructions

Permitted use

l Measuring distances

l Data transfer with Bluetooth®

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Safety instructions

Prohibited use

l Using the product without instruction

l Using outside the stated limits

l Deactivation of safety systems and

removal of explanatory and hazard labels

l Opening of the equipment by using tools

(screwdrivers, etc.)

l Use of accessories from other man-

ufacturers without express approval

l Carrying out modification or conversion

of the product

l Deliberate dazzling of third parties; also in

the dark

l Inadequate safeguards at the surveying

site (e.g. when measuring on roads, con­struction sites, etc.)

l Deliberate or irresponsible behaviour on

scaffolding, when using ladders, when
measuring near machines whichare run­ning or near parts of machines or install­ations which are unprotected

l Aiming directlyin the sun

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Safety instructions

Hazards in use

WARNING

Watch out for erroneous measurements if the
instrument isdefective or if it has been dropped or
has been misused or modified. Carry out periodic
test measurements. Particularlyafter the instru­ment has been subject to abnormal use, and
before, during and after important meas­urements.

CAUTION

Never attempt to repair the product yourself. In
case of damage, contact a localdealer.

WARNING

Changes or modificationsnot expresslyapproved
could void the user´ s authority to operate the
equipment.

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Safety instructions

Limits of use

Refer to section Technicaldata. The device
isdesigned for use in areas permanently hab­itable by humans. Do not use the product in
explosion hazardous areas or in aggressive
environments.

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Safety instructions

Areas of responsibility

Responsi bil ities of the manufacturer of the ori­ginal equipment:

Leica GeosystemsAG

Heinrich-Wild-Strasse
CH-9435 Heerbrugg
Internet: www.leica-geosystems.com

The company above is responsible for supplying
the product, including the User Manual in a com­pletelysafe condition.

The company above is not responsible for third
party accessories.

Responsi bil ities of the person in c harge of the
ins trument:

l To understand the safety instructionson

the product and the instructions in the
User Manual.

l To be familiar with local safety regulations

relating to accident prevention.

l Alwaysprevent accessto the product by

unauthorised personnel.

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Safety instructions

Disposal

CAUTION

Flat batteries must not be disposed of with house­hold waste. Care for the environment and take
them to the collection pointsprovided in accord­ance with national or localregulations.

The product must not be disposed with household
waste. Dispose of the product appropriately in
accordance with the national regulations in force
in your country. Adhere to the nationaland coun­try specific regulations.

Product specific treatment and waste man­agement can be downloaded from our
homepage.

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Safety instructions

Electromagnetic Compatibility

(EMC)

WARNING

The device conforms to the most stringent require­ments of the relevant standards and regulations.
However, the possibility of causing interference in
other devices cannot be totallyexcluded.

Japanese Radi o Law Complianc e

This device is gr anted pursuant to the Japanese
Radio Law 電 波 法 . This device should not be
modified otherwise the granted designation num­ber will become invalid.

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Safety instructions

FCC statement (applicable in U.S.)

This equipment has been tested and found to com­ply with the limits for a Class B digitalinstrument,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential install­ation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio com­munications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference
willnot occur in a particular installation. If this equip­ment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:

l Reorient or r elocate the receiving

antenna

l Increase the separation between the

equipment and the receiver

l Connect the equipment into an outlet on

a circuit different from that to which the
receiver isconnected

l Consult the dealer or an experienced radi-

o/TV technician for help

This instrument complies with part 15 of the FCC
rules. Operation is subjected to the following two
conditions:

l This instrument may not cause harmful

interference, and

l this instrument must accept any inter-

ference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

This instrument complies with Industry Canada
license-exempt RSS standard( s). Operation is
subjected to the following two conditions:

l This instrument may not cause harmful

interference, and

l this instrument must accept any inter-

ference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

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Use of the product with Bluetooth®

WARNING

Electromagnetic radiation can cause disturbances
in other equipment, in installations ( e.g. medical
ones such as pacemakers or hearing aids) and in
aircraft. It can also affect humans and animals.

Precautions :

Although this product conforms to the most strin­gent standards and regulations, the possibility of
harm to people and animals cannot be totally
excluded.

l Do not use the product near petrol sta-

tions, chemicalplants, in areas with a
potentiallyexplosiveatmosphere and
where blasting takesplace.

l Do not use the product near medical

equipment.

l Do not use the product in airplanes.

l Do not use the product near your body

for extended periods.

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Laser classification

The device produces visible laser beams, which
are emitted from the instrument: It is a Class2
laser product in accordance with:

l IEC60825-1 : 2014 „Radiation safety of

laser products“

Laser Class 2 products:

Do not stare into the laser beam or direct it
towards other people unnecessarily. Eye pro­tection is normallyafforded by aversion responses
including the blinkreflex.

WARNING

Looking directly into the beam with opticalaids
(e.g. binoculars, telescopes) can be hazardous.

CAUTION

Looking into the laser beam may be hazardous to
the eyes.

Wavelength
620 - 690 nm
Maximum radiant output power for classification
< 1 mW

Pulseduration
> 400 ps
Pulserepetition frequency
320 MHz
Beam divergence

0.16 x 0.6 mrad

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Labelling

Subject to change (drawings, descriptions and
technicaldata) without prior notice.

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